If there's one thing I've learned after years of feeding family and friends, it's this… you can never have too many easy side dishes.
Whether it's a backyard BBQ, church potluck, family reunion, pool party, or weeknight dinner on the patio, everyone always asks, “Who's bringing the side dishes?”
And honestly? This Cool Ranch Corn Salad has become one of my favorite answers.
The first time I made this Cool Ranch Corn Salad, I knew it was going to be good. But I didn't expect it to disappear quite as quickly as it did! Between the sweet corn, colorful bell peppers, creamy ranch dressing, shredded cheese, and crunchy Cool Ranch Doritos, every bite is packed with flavor and texture.
It's creamy, crunchy, colorful, and completely addictive.
And around here? Those are always the recipes that earn a permanent spot in the recipe box.
Ingredients for Cool Ranch Corn Salad
How to make Cool Ranch Corn Salad: ingredients you need!
Here's everything you'll need:
½ bag full-size Cool Ranch Doritos, lightly crushed
2 (15 oz) cans corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
½ cup Duke's mayonnaise
2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Cool Ranch Corn Salad Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make Cool Ranch Corn Salad
How to make Cool Ranch Corn Salad : a step by step guide
1. Combine the vegetables
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained corn along with the diced red, yellow, and orange bell peppers.
The colorful peppers make this Cool Ranch Corn Salad just as beautiful as it is delicious.
2. Add the dressing
Mix in the dry ranch seasoning and Duke's mayonnaise.
Stir until everything is evenly coated.
This creamy ranch mixture gives the Cool Ranch Corn Salad its signature flavor.
3. Add the cheese
Stir in the shredded Colby Jack cheese until evenly distributed.
4. Fold in the Doritos
Lightly crush the Cool Ranch Doritos into bite-sized pieces and gently fold them into the salad.
If you're making this Cool Ranch Corn Salad ahead of time, wait to add the Doritos until just before serving so they stay nice and crunchy.
5. Serve
Serve immediately or chill until ready to enjoy.
Either way, it's guaranteed to disappear fast.
Perfect for Every Summer Gathering
One of the reasons I love this Cool Ranch Corn Salad so much is because it fits almost every occasion.
Cool Ranch Corn Salad: SIDE IDEA
The secret to this Cool Ranch Corn Salad is the combination of creamy, crunchy, and fresh ingredients.
You get:
Sweet corn
Crisp bell peppers
Creamy ranch dressing
Colby Jack cheese
Crunchy Cool Ranch Doritos
Every bite has a little bit of everything.
The ranch seasoning ties all the flavors together while the Doritos add that signature Cool Ranch flavor everyone loves.
Honestly, it's one of those recipes people ask for before they've even finished their first serving.
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
For the best texture, make the salad a few hours ahead of time but wait to stir in the Cool Ranch Doritos until just before serving. That way they'll stay perfectly crunchy while the rest of the flavors have time to blend together beautifully.
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